1990 Mercury Capri vs. 1993 Volvo 440
To start off, 1993 Volvo 440 is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mercury Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mercury Capri would be higher. At 1,721 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Volvo 440 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Volvo 440 (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1990 Mercury Capri. (100 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Volvo 440 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mercury Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Volvo 440 weights approximately 12 kg more than 1990 Mercury Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1993 Volvo 440 (175 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mercury Capri. (130 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1993 Volvo 440 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mercury Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Mercury Capri | 1993 Volvo 440 | |
Make | Mercury | Volvo |
Model | Capri | 440 |
Year Released | 1990 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1721 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 130 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5500 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1092 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |